Afterschool Programs of Lancaster receives $5K

LANCASTER – The Afterschool Programs of Lancaster has received a $5,000 grant from the Wendel Family fund of the Fairfield County Foundation to buy iPads for students attending before- and after-school programs.

The Afterschool Programs of Lancaster is a nonprofit organization serving Lancaster with before- and after-school programming. Formed in 1998, the organization has helped numerous families and students in the community by providing services and programs that enrich their educational, social and cultural opportunities.

The Fairfield County Foundation grant will be used to purchase 12 iPads and educational applications to help students master the math and reading skills needed for educational advancement.

The Afterschool Programs of Lancaster is accepting donations. For more information on the organization or how to support its community efforts, got o www.AfterschoolProgramsofLancaster.org or call 740-653-5678.